Rochester Hotel & Guest Accommodation

Hotels, B&B's, Guesthouses in Rochester

Lying at the mouth of the River Medway, Rochester is a mixture of fascination and history. Evidence of Roman domination comes in the shape of Watling Street which crosses the river at this point.

The city's defences were later strengthened by the Saxons while the Normans felt it was so important they built Rochester Castle (only the keep remains today). The original cathedral was founded by Ethelbert, King of Kent, in 604 and consecrated by St Augustine. The present, impressive building was rebuilt by Gundulf, Bishop of Rochester, in the 11th century.

In later life writer Charles Dickens moved into a house at Gad's Hill. Devotees of his work should head for the city's Charles Dickens centre to learn more. The city features in his last novel, "Mystery of Edwin Drood", and was Pip's home in "Great Expectations".

Here we try to offer a wide selection from budget to luxury hotels, guest houses, bed and breakfast, B&B accommodation suitable for holidays, vacations or business travellers in Rochester or surrounding areas.